1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Lion of England; Silver Proof) 2022 front 1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Lion of England; Silver Proof) 2022 back
1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Lion of England; Silver Proof) 2022 photo
© The Royal Mint, 2022

1000 Pounds - Elizabeth II Lion of England; Silver Proof

2022 year
Silver (.999) 2010 g 150 mm
Description
Issuer
United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies)
Queen
Elizabeth II (1952-2022)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
2022
Value
1000 Pounds 1000 GBP = USD 1308
Currency
Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date)
Composition
Silver (.999)
Weight
2010 g
Diameter
150 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Updated
2024-10-09
References
Numista
N#321657
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Image of crowned Lion of England holding shield of arms, legend above, date below.

Script: Latin

Lettering:
· LION OF ENGLAND ·
DL
2022

Engraver: David Lawrence

Edge

Reeded

Comment

The second design in the Royal Tudor Beasts series, there are a total of ten Beasts representing the statues that stand in Hampton Court Palace.

This David Lawrence reverse design was struck in a variety of base and precious metal compositions and denominations.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the coin is that it features a unique reverse design, showcasing the Lion of England, which is a symbol of strength, courage, and royalty. The lion is depicted standing on its hind legs, with its front paws resting on a shield, and its head turned to the left, as if looking back at its tail. The design is intricately detailed and showcases the craftsmanship of the Royal Mint. Additionally, the coin's weight of 2010 grams and its composition of .999 silver make it a valuable and collectible item for numismatists and coin enthusiasts.